Dr. Griffith also performed acupuncture on Tucker. Now, I will say that I have never had acupuncture, and while I have heard good things about it, I have always been a bit skeptical. No more. As soon as he was done inserting all of the needles (which Tucker tolerated extremely well, by the way), Tucker immediately layed down and fell asleep. He had been a bit anxious being in a new place, and was panting quite a bit. After the needles went in, his breathing slowed down to a much calmer rate. The vet tech turned on soft classical music, turned off the lights, and left us in the room for about a half hour. Tucker slept the entire time. It was amazing how much the acupuncture calmed him!! Dr. Griffith also said that it would help boost his immune function, which is very important when dealing with cancer. We are going back next Monday to take blood work results from our regular vet, and maybe for another acupuncture session. Dr. Griffith said that the supplements that he has given Tucker cannot hurt him and can only help him. The same cannot be said for chemo. I feel like this is the right thing for Tucker, and my hope is that this will help keep him healthy for months, and maybe even years!! He is doing great right now.
Look closely, and you can see the acupuncture needles in his back.
Big smile for the camera!
High five, Mom! :)
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What great photos Jess! I am so happy you are seeing this holistic vet. It is amazing what these kinds of therapies can do. But, most of all, you know that the quality of life, no matter how long, is so much more improved. That is the part that is the best of all.
Thanks for sharing your story. I was skeptical about holistic medicine and acupuncture until I saw it put to use and the amazing results.
My husband and I have received acupuncture for years and love it. It is wonderful and can only help. Believe in miracles!!!
Tucker is very fortunate to have you. When our golden died 2 days after surgery for removal of his splenetic hemangiosarcoma we were stunned, and nowhere near ready to say goodbye to him. It was so sudden, possibly a blood clot in his lung. Maybe he didn't want to go through the pain and chemo.. who knows.
When our cat was diagnosed with cancer of the stomach wall, she was down to 3 pounds and the vet was doubtful she'd survive chemo, but she did, and lived 5 more years!
One never knows, just do what feels right in your heart.
Give Tucker a great big kiss from us golden lovers in Utah!
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